Collection: Kyle Harper

Hi everyone, my name is Kyle. I’m an athlete competing in the Adaptive CrossFit Games in July. 

I was born with cerebral palsy (hemiplegia), which affects the muscles on the left side of my body, causing increased muscle stiffness (spasticity) and reduced strength. Because of this, both my gross and fine motor skills are impacted.

No physical activity has ever come easily to me, and that is especially true for CrossFit. The number of movements I could do when I first started was near zero. I have put countless unseen hours into learning how to skip, hold a barbell overhead, and simply balance.

Now, six years later, I am able to do high-skill gymnastics and other complex movements. I believe that I showcase what is truly possible for people living with cerebral palsy, and there is no better place to display that than at the CrossFit Games.

The CrossFit Games take place in San Jose, California, which is a long way from South Africa. All proceeds from t-shirt sales will go directly toward covering my expenses, including flights, accommodation, and registration fees.

I am deeply grateful to everyone who has made it possible for me to participate and compete in this incredible sport. Thank you so much for your support.